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      06-02-2018, 09:32 PM   #76
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Originally Posted by Aronis View Post
They clearly are not able to make a more rational decision on a replacement fluid for the rear diff. The oil used in the Differential on the M550ix is Redline Manual Transmission / Differential Fluid 75w90 - Mfg Part # 8352257904. This is at least the same weight as the G4 synthetic that the M5 calls for, just not a Synthetic type. So correct weight just not as long lived.

You now have an oil of the wrong viscosity in your rear differential, ie. the G2 type. That is an 80W90 weight oil. So go ahead and use your launch control, have fun.
The rear diff oil (SAF-XJ) is 75w140 for the M5 (part number 83-22-2-357-992). You can buy the Casterol brand everywhere.
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